Medical Officer

Overview

Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Medical Officer to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Autoimmunity and Mucosal Immunology Branch (AMIB) of the Division of Allergy, Immunology and Transplantation (DAIT).

Responsibilities

Review and comment on the scientific merit and the design of clinical trials and observational studies related to autoimmune diseases, inborn errors of immunity or other DAIT projects as directed that are proposed or planned to be conducted by DAIT-funded clinical networks, investigator-initiated clinical trials, or other DAIT studies as assigned.

Work cooperatively with AMIB Program Managers, Regulatory Officers and DAIT/NIAID-funded investigators in advancing and finalizing the design and organization of clinical trials and observational studies in autoimmune diseases, inborn errors of immunity or other DAIT projects as directed.

Ensure that clinical trial and observational study protocols related to autoimmune diseases, immune tolerance, inborn errors in immunity or other DAIT projects as directed, undergo appropriate reviews and meet milestones towards study activation.

Assume the role of Medical Monitor for clinical trials and large observational studies related to autoimmune diseases, inborn errors of immunity or other DAIT projects as directed and ensure, in cooperation with AMIB Program Managers, Regulatory Officers and other staff that the studies are conducted under current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles and guidelines.

Work cooperatively with DAIT network leadership, study investigators, statisticians and data and clinical coordinating centers in evaluating study and network management, operational progress and study compliance as well as conducting data analysis and planning, drafting and reviewing publications derived from DAIT-funded clinical networks or investigator-initiated clinical trials and observational studies related to autoimmune diseases, immune tolerance, inborn errors in immunity or other DAIT projects as directed

Participate in AMIB, DAIT and NIAID regular and ad hoc staff meetings and meetings with visiting scientists or other NIAID visitors.

Provide expert opinion on scientific questions in the fields of autoimmune diseases, immune tolerance, inborn errors of immunity or other immune-mediated DAIT projects.

Experience Required / Requirements

Required MD degree with active US medical license.

Minimum of two (2) years of related experience.

Required training in clinical immunology or training in internal medicine or pediatrics with demonstrable clinical experience in autoimmunity.

Required prior involvement in clinical trials as an investigator or medical monitor.

Benefits

100% Medical, Dental & Vision premium coverage for Employees

Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)

Employee Referral Bonus

401K Match

Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts:

Healthcare (FSA)

Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)

Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)

Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment-based age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact:

careers@axleinfo.com

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individual’s assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.